Cook

Paul House & Health Care Center – Chicago, IL

Paul House & Health Care Center is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our Dietary Department. The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving quality meals for residents while following established menus, dietary requirements, food-safety standards, and facility procedures.

This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in food preparation, works well in a team environment, and understands the importance of providing residents with safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals.

• Next Day Pay available

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

• Training and professional development opportunities

• Opportunities to grow within the organization

• Meaningful work supporting residents and their daily needs

• Prepare and cook resident meals according to established menus and recipes

• Ensure meals are prepared accurately and served timely

• Follow resident diet orders, including prescribed diets, food consistencies, allergies, and other dietary requirements

• Prepare food in appropriate quantities while maintaining quality and portion standards

• Monitor food temperatures and maintain required temperature logs

• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and sanitation procedures

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and food preparation area

• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food and dietary supplies

• Monitor food quality and report supply or equipment concerns to the Dietary Manager

• Follow infection-control, food-safety, and sanitation practices

• Assist Dietary Aides and other dietary staff as needed

• Communicate effectively with the Dietary Manager and other members of the facility team

• Maintain resident safety, dignity, and dietary preferences when preparing and serving meals

• Follow facility and Dietary Department policies and procedures

• Perform additional dietary duties as assigned

• Previous cooking or food preparation experience preferred

• Healthcare, skilled nursing, assisted living, or institutional food service experience preferred

• Knowledge of basic food preparation, sanitation, and food-safety practices

• Ability to follow menus, recipes, diet orders, and preparation instructions

• Strong organization and time-management skills

• Dependable, professional, and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical duties associated with kitchen work

• Must meet applicable health and background requirements

• Required food-service certifications must be maintained as applicable to the position

• Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available

• Schedule may include weekdays, weekends, and holidays based on department needs

Skilled Nursing Facility | Assisted Living Community | Long-Term Care | Dietary Services

Paul House & Health Care Center is committed to providing residents with quality meals and dependable dietary services in a safe and respectful environment. We are looking for a Cook who values food quality, safety, teamwork, and providing excellent service to our residents.